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ankysbookbubble's review against another edition
5.0
Oh wow
I haven't given much thought or attention to second chance romances before, but reading Face the Music made me realize it's something I'd definitely like to read more of.
Lincoln and Jace's story was heartwarming and beautiful. I loved how well the author created a balance between the two, with Lincoln's self-harm and Jace's doubts about his sincerity.
I absolutely LOVED the full-circle ending and I'm definitely looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
Re-read 03/2020: It was an impulsive reread and I loved it as much as I loved it the first time around.
I haven't given much thought or attention to second chance romances before, but reading Face the Music made me realize it's something I'd definitely like to read more of.
Lincoln and Jace's story was heartwarming and beautiful. I loved how well the author created a balance between the two, with Lincoln's self-harm and Jace's doubts about his sincerity.
I absolutely LOVED the full-circle ending and I'm definitely looking forward to reading the rest of the books in the series.
Re-read 03/2020: It was an impulsive reread and I loved it as much as I loved it the first time around.
kady_cordova's review
4.0
Beautifully tragic love story with a HEA
I love Lincoln and Jace. Beautiful writing, drew me in and allowed me to feel for the characters. Definitely has triggers so be careful but it's so real, raw and heartwarming. It ended too quickly though, I want more!!!
I love Lincoln and Jace. Beautiful writing, drew me in and allowed me to feel for the characters. Definitely has triggers so be careful but it's so real, raw and heartwarming. It ended too quickly though, I want more!!!
mynameiskate2807's review
5.0
**********Contains Spoilers**********
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I thought the chemistry between Lincoln and Jace was completely off the charts. They were best friends since childhood but they got to see each other during the Summer when both their families went to stay at cabins by a lake in Wisconsin. They eventually became lovers and promised each other forever. Jace had told Lincoln that he was going to go on tour with him but Lincoln couldn’t allow him to give up his dream for him so he left without even a goodbye. It’s been 10 years since he left Jace. Lincoln is completely messed up, he self harms and has had a couple of s*icide attempts. Lincoln ends up in hospital after falling asleep on his balcony in freezing temperature so when the band’s manager Archer mentioned a vacation he tells him to buy the cabin that he went to every Summer in Wisconsin as that’s where he wants to go. The rest of Downward Spiral need the vacation time to sort their sh*t out as well, as they’re all struggling in their own way. Jace’s fiancé Amanda left him because he couldn’t love her like she deserves as even though he wont admit it he still loves Lincoln. Jace decides to go to his families cabin in Wisconsin. He never expected Lincoln, the guy who broke his heart to be staying in the cabin next door. Will Jace be able to let go of his anger enough and let Lincoln a chance to explain why he left, will this be their second chance at love and will Lincoln be able to slay his demons whatever the outcome with Jace maybe? I’m looking forward to reading Lando and Dawson’s story next. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I thought the chemistry between Lincoln and Jace was completely off the charts. They were best friends since childhood but they got to see each other during the Summer when both their families went to stay at cabins by a lake in Wisconsin. They eventually became lovers and promised each other forever. Jace had told Lincoln that he was going to go on tour with him but Lincoln couldn’t allow him to give up his dream for him so he left without even a goodbye. It’s been 10 years since he left Jace. Lincoln is completely messed up, he self harms and has had a couple of s*icide attempts. Lincoln ends up in hospital after falling asleep on his balcony in freezing temperature so when the band’s manager Archer mentioned a vacation he tells him to buy the cabin that he went to every Summer in Wisconsin as that’s where he wants to go. The rest of Downward Spiral need the vacation time to sort their sh*t out as well, as they’re all struggling in their own way. Jace’s fiancé Amanda left him because he couldn’t love her like she deserves as even though he wont admit it he still loves Lincoln. Jace decides to go to his families cabin in Wisconsin. He never expected Lincoln, the guy who broke his heart to be staying in the cabin next door. Will Jace be able to let go of his anger enough and let Lincoln a chance to explain why he left, will this be their second chance at love and will Lincoln be able to slay his demons whatever the outcome with Jace maybe? I’m looking forward to reading Lando and Dawson’s story next. I’d definitely recommend this book, series and author to everyone.
mellanie_rourke's review against another edition
5.0
I love this book. Lincoln and Jace are so special!
The story of Linc and Jace is so sweet and touching. The fear and honesty look at having a mental illness, Including the fear of losing that creative spark is very real. Loved it!
The story of Linc and Jace is so sweet and touching. The fear and honesty look at having a mental illness, Including the fear of losing that creative spark is very real. Loved it!
sarful's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 An overall enjoyable book of second chance.
After falling in love as teenagers, Lincoln leaves Jace for his dream of his band becoming successful. Realizing Jace would give up his dream of becoming a doctor to tour with him, Lincoln leaves him. Now 10 years later, the band is on a hiatus and Lincoln heads to his childhood cabin. Predictably, Jace, having been dumped by his fiancé heads to his parent’s cabin as well. Thus, the story begins.
Lincoln borders on severe depression, he self-harms, even almost committed suicide. This mental illness is treated well, as far as I’m concerned. His illness isn’t glossed over nor exploited. It’s explained from Lincoln’s POV throughout and I was happy with how things ended.
10 years was a bit long for these two to be apart. Just a little niggle.
Jace was devastated when Lincoln left. And now , despite hoping to just get closure so he can move on, his heart wants Lincoln back. And Lincoln believing in fate, realizes if he can just get Jace to accept his apology they can get their second chance.
I liked this, quite a lot. Sure it was predictable, that’s the point of romance, that get their happily. It’s just this was maybe too predictable. Even Lincoln’s diagnosis.
After falling in love as teenagers, Lincoln leaves Jace for his dream of his band becoming successful. Realizing Jace would give up his dream of becoming a doctor to tour with him, Lincoln leaves him. Now 10 years later, the band is on a hiatus and Lincoln heads to his childhood cabin. Predictably, Jace, having been dumped by his fiancé heads to his parent’s cabin as well. Thus, the story begins.
Lincoln borders on severe depression, he self-harms, even almost committed suicide. This mental illness is treated well, as far as I’m concerned. His illness isn’t glossed over nor exploited. It’s explained from Lincoln’s POV throughout and I was happy with how things ended.
10 years was a bit long for these two to be apart. Just a little niggle.
Jace was devastated when Lincoln left. And now , despite hoping to just get closure so he can move on, his heart wants Lincoln back. And Lincoln believing in fate, realizes if he can just get Jace to accept his apology they can get their second chance.
I liked this, quite a lot. Sure it was predictable, that’s the point of romance, that get their happily. It’s just this was maybe too predictable. Even Lincoln’s diagnosis.
tltravis's review
5.0
When the heart knows who it wants, there’s no denying it.
You touched on some very real, and very serious mental issues in this book and you did it well. Everyone masks their pain differently but as you showed some use another form of pain they can control.
Such a touching and all too real story.
You touched on some very real, and very serious mental issues in this book and you did it well. Everyone masks their pain differently but as you showed some use another form of pain they can control.
Such a touching and all too real story.
dirtydewey's review
5.0
5 stars…
Another amazing Neuhold book. The mention of flordia has me thinking about another book series they wrote and althought I don’t think they are connected there is no way I could miss the references to Rainbow House and nods to other series I’ve read by them.
Always consistently good books from Neuhold and I’ve been salivating for more “Bull Mechanics” and being in a reading slump lately this had me devouring it with no break and I’m happy to find this is an entire series I somehow hadn’t seen before.
I personally love everything about this book, friends to lovers, second chance, pining. These are some of my fav tropes along with a lot of mental illness talks because of Lincoln and his self harm. And Jace being a doctor? And both of them not really being players? Love that for us.
2/5 on spice. 1/5 on kink. 1/5 on tears. Check trigger warnings; self harm, suicide mentioned frequently, alcohol, and a lot of sadness but it didn’t feel too heavy at the same time… somehow.
Another amazing Neuhold book. The mention of flordia has me thinking about another book series they wrote and althought I don’t think they are connected there is no way I could miss the references to Rainbow House and nods to other series I’ve read by them.
Always consistently good books from Neuhold and I’ve been salivating for more “Bull Mechanics” and being in a reading slump lately this had me devouring it with no break and I’m happy to find this is an entire series I somehow hadn’t seen before.
I personally love everything about this book, friends to lovers, second chance, pining. These are some of my fav tropes along with a lot of mental illness talks because of Lincoln and his self harm. And Jace being a doctor? And both of them not really being players? Love that for us.
2/5 on spice. 1/5 on kink. 1/5 on tears. Check trigger warnings; self harm, suicide mentioned frequently, alcohol, and a lot of sadness but it didn’t feel too heavy at the same time… somehow.
bee1009's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0